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The Big 5 Kayak Challenge
The Big 5 Kayak Challenge (2009) started as 5 Big Kayaking challenges with open water crossings, paddling in blizzards and a 1,000 mile epic adventure from Vancouver to Glacier Bay, Alaska. These distinct and unique expeditions, paddling some of the most challenging water on the planet become a life changing experience for all of us with bears, wolves, whales and of course iconic locations.We were supported along the way with amazing local hospitality and with a brilliant team taking part and behind the scenes.
The journey has continued to grow, within us, and we have now completed over 5,000 miles as a team. Our challenges have grown over time and we have now completed Big 5 Kayak challenge 2010 and also sea kayaked around Malta and Gozo, canoed 700 miles of the Yukon River and in 2010 expedition founder Richard Harpham kayaked and cycled 2363 miles from London to Marrakech. The team has been featured on BBC 1 several times, national radio, regional TV for BBC and ITV, a number of magazines and websites.
All the way along we figured if we were doing what we loved doing then why not make a difference to some great causes. We have raised considerable funds for different charities and also awareness for some great causes. We have also more recently provided support to several other charities with their own kayaking projects.
To find out more about our expeditions then read about our accounts or visit our gallery for video clips and a host of amazing images. We are picking up the tab for our expedition costs so all the personal sponsorship donated will go directly to the charities.
We have an incredible track record of expeditions, high profile media coverage and a great story. Why not book us for talk or contact us to discuss sponsoring Richard or the team. Richard’s next challenge starts at Niagara Falls and will finish at the Statue of Liberty during October 2011 and is called the Spare Seat. People will be able to join the team for a day and we will be doing community talks in partnership with Inspired Life and also visiting and documenting places of interest along the way.
Thanks
Richard Harpham
Big 5 Kayak Challenge
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